Strong’s H6229

עָשַׂק

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

`asaq

Pronunciation

ah-SHAK

Definition

To oppress, to extort, to exploit

Meaning

to press upon, quarrel

Usage

The Hebrew verb "asaq" primarily conveys the idea of oppression or exploitation, often in the context of unjust treatment or taking advantage of others. It is used to describe actions where individuals or groups are deprived of their rights or possessions through force, deceit, or manipulation. This term is frequently associated with social injustice, particularly in the context of economic exploitation and the mistreatment of the vulnerable, such as widows, orphans, and the poor.

Bible references

Genesis 26:20